Bmulvihill

Quick trip this past weekend as well. Responsible was climbed Friday and Sat. by strong parties, saw pics on one guys phone from the friday ascent. I climbed Scepter Saturday afternoon and it was stout, wet, and engaging with minimal pro. Champagne was good a week ago. pray for a cold snap.

My partner and i got his Forester into Flanders area on Nov. 23rd. Talked with him tonight and he reported 4 inches of new snow out of this last storm. If you have 4WD, a narrow wheel base, and legit snow tires ( Blizzak) maybe give it a go, but there is a shit ton of climbs reached by a easy plowed road.

beta for directions to the new zone?

oops, missed the second page on weights. thanks

sharp looking design Dane. Knowing that you are weight conscious, what are your clippers weighing in at vs. petzl and BD models? either way i'd probably give you my business.

I have had a few problems with mine as well (Dartwin) mainly with getting the rope wedged between the boot and the rubber pull lever. Actually pulled it forward on a climb and had my partner tell me mid crux that my crampon was dangling attached by only the webbing strap. Was very exciting getting it back on. The other problem i have with them is the fit, if i size it perfect, it won't lock down. If i size it one hole larger it works but leaves a small 1/8 inch gap between the heel of the boot ( Scarpa Freney) and the back of the pon. I have found that a shot of WD40 on the pivot point of the sidelock mechanism also makes for easier lock down. I have also had to reshape the metal rivet on occasion as it bends from torquing it on. Having owned then for 4 years now i have adjusted to their problems. I am in the market for a new crampon though when the price is right. good luck Dane.

Excellent work!! 5 screws brought back to pointy precision as well as a Petzl/Charlet Cascade pick resurrected from a bent state. quick. affordable. painless. get on it.